As an artist, I’ve struggled for years with conflicting ideas about what I wanted my art to represent and how I wanted to connect with people through it.

I started my career primarily as a painter, but something always felt missing. While I enjoyed creating, it never fully satisfied me—it lacked something, but I couldn't say what. Then came the Covid pandemic, a time when I, like many others, felt lost and unsure of my next steps. On a whim, I bought a small, affordable 3D printer—a Prusa MINI—to try something new. I didn’t know if it would lead anywhere, but I needed to experiment.

Something clicked immediately. I fell in love with the medium and the challenge of creating artworks with CAD that were not only visually interesting but also printable and easy to assemble. I had to think differently with 3D design—bridges, connections, overhangs—details I’d never considered before. It wasn’t rocket science, but for someone new to it, it was an invigorating challenge.

At the same time, I was grappling with frustrations in the traditional art world. While I’ve worked with several big galleries and participated in art fairs, the interactions often felt impersonal. The art was displayed, some people came to see it, and sometimes it sold. But deeper connections? Engaging conversations? Those were rare.

I wanted more. I wanted to create something that felt alive, participatory, and welcoming. That’s why I have decided to try something different with Kura Curiosa.

Kura Curiosa is more than an art project; it’s an ecosystem. It’s a modular, evolving collection of 3D-printable artworks that combines free-to-download pieces with exclusive creations for collectors. The goal is to foster a community where people can actively participate, even if they don’t have the means to buy expensive art from galleries or fairs.

This doesn’t mean I’ve completely abandoned galleries or the art fair model—they still play a role in how I want to share my work. But with Kura Curiosa, I aim to strike a balance: a community of makers who dedicate time and creativity to printing and assembling my art, and a community of collectors who value the originality of modular, yet unique pieces.

This project has reignited my passion for art in ways I didn’t think possible. I now spend every single day working on Kura Curiosa, something I couldn’t say about my painting practice in the past. I’m deeply invested in this project and its potential to redefine how we engage with art. Building this balance will be a challenge, but one I’m excited to embrace. Kura Curiosa isn’t just about creating; it’s about connecting—through art, technology, and shared experiences.